The
School Committee and its administrative staff shall assist each new
member-elect to understand Committee functions, policies, and procedures before
and when the member takes office. The new member-elect also needs to be brought
up to date with regard to current problems, concerns and issues. The following
methods may be employed:

b.The
Superintendent and Committee members will supply, pertinent materials and
explain their use to electees;

c.The
incoming members shall be invited to meet with the Superintendent and/or
Chairperson to discuss the services that Administration performs for the
Committee and they shall be given the Title 16 Laws of the State of Rhode
Island, Rhode Island Special Education Regulations, The Narragansett School
Committee By-Laws and Policy Manual, agreements, budget and contracts.

SECTION 2. OPPORTUNITIES FOR DEVELOPMENT

School Committee members are encouraged to prepare themselves for maximum
service to the community through:

a.Conferences
with other School Committee members;

b.Conferences
with the Superintendent;

c.Visits
to observe administrative office practices;

d.Membership
in the State School Committee Association;

e.Visits
to schools as a committee or individually,

f.Participation
in curriculum committee studies,

g.Attendance
and participation at educational conferences and conventions;

h.Reading
educational magazines and periodicals;

i.Appearances
at Parent-Teacher Association, Civic and Church group meetings;